Ray Latif

Ray Latif

Producer, Taste Radio; Contributing Editor, BevNET

Ray Latif is the lead host, producer, and content editor of Taste Radio, BevNET’s flagship podcast and the go-to show for food and beverage industry insights. With 14 years of experience in the industry, Ray is a seasoned journalist known for his sharp interviews and in-depth coverage of trends, innovation, and news. He began his career at BevNET as an assistant editor, later advancing to managing editor of both the website and magazine. Since 2016, he’s been the driving force behind Taste Radio, overseeing everything from content strategy to production. Ray’s conversational style and meticulous research have earned him widespread praise from both guests and listeners. He has had the privilege of interviewing a diverse range of high-profile figures, including Patrick Mahomes, Jennifer Garner, Dan Aykroyd, Kobe Bryant, Padma Lakshmi, and Brad Paisley. His ability to connect with entrepreneurs, celebrities, and industry leaders has made Taste Radio a must-listen for anyone interested in the evolving world of food and beverage.

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Kevin Nicolson Joins Virginia Dare

by Ray Latif,

January 2012, Brooklyn, NY.  Howard Smith, Jr., President of Virginia Dare Extract Company, is pleased to announce the appointment of Kevin Nicolson to the position of Quality Assurance Manager.  In…

Hawaiian Springs Water Expands to New York Market

by Ray Latif,

Lava-Filtered Artesian Water from Hawaii Now Available at 170 Locations in the New York Metro Market Including 30 Gristedes Stores, and More Than 100 Other Independent Market Retailers HONOLULU, HAWAII…

David Kaplan Joins The Allen Flavors Team

by Ray Latif,

David Kaplan has joined Allen Flavors as a Quality Control Manager. Kaplan holds a BS degree in Operations and Information Systems Management from Pennsylvania State University. Before joining the Allen…

REBOOTizer Announces Support Team

by Ray Latif,

Support team will guide health-conscious consumers to “Feel Better Today, Live Better Tomorrow” Wilton, CT (January 11, 2012) — REBOOTizerTM, the Destress/Detox antioxidant supplement, has recently chosen a sales, marketing…

Pepsi Cuts on the Way? Pepsi Cuts on the Way?

Pepsi Cuts on the Way?

by Ray Latif,

The pressure on Indra Nooyi continues to mount as the embattled PepsiCo CEO is considering plans to lay off roughly 4,000 workers and end the company’s 401(k) match in order to boost profits and increase shareholder value, according to The New York Post. The Post – which reported last month that the cola giant was preparing to lay off about 1,000 workers - noted that a final decision on the moves could come within a matter of days, citing sources close to matter.